Celebrating Independence Day on Thursday, 12 March 2015. This year marks the 47th year of the country’s independence. The distinguished guest of honour for the official celebrations is the Indian Prime Minister, Narendra Modi. Continue reading “National Day”
Category: History
Grandfather the Boxing Champ
Discovering more about my Grandfather’s boxing passion through information in a book. Continue reading “Grandfather the Boxing Champ”
Mind the Gap
If you travelled with the London Underground system you will be familiar with the audible warning “mind the gap“. This refers to the possible danger to passengers when disembarking from the tube train where there is a gap between the carriage and platform. Continue reading “Mind the Gap”
Paradise Saved
On Wednesday, 10th December 2014, the paradise nation held elections. The outcome of the voting probably averted what could have been disaster. Continue reading “Paradise Saved”
Remembrance
On Remembrance Sunday, 9 November the official ceremony was held at the monument in Curepipe. However, on Tuesday 11 November (Armistice Day) the British High Commission organised a wreath laying ceremony at the monument at Phoenix cemetery. Continue reading “Remembrance”